Well, it's not "Slap Shot", but it's not "The Mighty Ducks" either, so this film has a lot going for it. The cast is very enjoyable including Russell Crowe, Mary McCormack (adorable), Lolita Davidovich and Burt Reynolds. The sports sequences are well done, and the final match-up between the Mystery team and the New York Rangers is deeply involving, believable and surprisingly less-predictable than one may expect. The film focuses on many issues surrounding the townspeople, and some of it is unnecessary. These same problems are tidied up rather conveniently and quickly so as to be unbelievable. However, the spirit of this movie is engaging. It's worth a viewing, and certainly has the potential to be loved by many people. My only real complaint is the cameos (including Mike Myers) who isn't very funny or interesting as a sports analyst. Unfortunately, Little Richard (also with a cameo) is funnier than the retro comic. Also, it is too bad that the real NY Rangers weren't used for the film. It would have been enjoyable to see Wayne Gretzky roughing up with Russell Crowe on the ice. But that's just me. Enjoy!
Review of Mystery, Alaska
